CNC Mill Machinist - Aerospace Contract (3, 4 & 5-Axis)

At a Glance Company: Barnes Aerospace Location: Warren, MI (on-site) Job Type: Contract Pay Rate: $45.00 per hour Per Diem: $150/day (7 days per week) Shift: 1st or 2nd Shift Overtime: Available as needed Experience Level: Senior-Level (5+ years CNC machining) Industry: Aerospace Manufacturing Work Authorization: Must be authorized to work in the United States --- Why This Role Exists This contract role exists to support ongoing military and commercial aerospace programs requiring precision machining of large, complex components. Barnes Aerospace is seeking experienced CNC machinists who can confidently machine tight-tolerance aerospace parts while working in a fast-paced, team-oriented manufacturing environment. --- The Work You’ll Be Doing In this role, you will: Set up and operate 3-, 4-, and 5-axis CNC milling and/or turning machines Run multiple machines simultaneously where feasible within machining cells Machine large aerospace components ranging from 30” up to approximately 70” in diameter Work with hard metals including Inconel, Titanium, and Stainless Steel Read and interpret customer blueprints, specifications, and internal process sheets Read and interpret CNC programs directly at the machine Use Fanuc controls , including making offsets as required by the program Load parts onto fixtures and safely operate hoists for material handling Read tool sheets and set up tooling for production jobs Utilize precision measuring tools to verify dimensions and part quality Work with right-angle heads as required Apply GD&T knowledge to consistently hold tight tolerances (thousandths) Support additional tasks as assigned by department leadership --- Machines, Controls & Equipment You’ll work with equipment such as: Machines: 3-axis, 4-axis, and 5-axis CNC machining centers and turning equipment Controls: Fanuc Inspection Tools: Gauges, swing gauges, calipers, micrometers Equipment: Hoists, fixtures, right-angle heads --- Materials You’ll Work With Inconel Titanium Stainless Steel Aerospace-grade alloys --- What We’re Looking ForRequired 5+ years of CNC machining experience in a manufacturing environment Experience with multi-axis CNC machining (3, 4, and/or 5-axis) Strong blueprint reading and GD&T knowledge Experience machining tight-tolerance aerospace components Ability to read and interpret CNC programs at the machine Experience using Fanuc controls and making offsets Strong math skills and ability to use precision measuring tools Ability to safely load and handle large components using hoists Ability to stand for extended periods and climb machine platforms as needed Team-oriented mindset and ability to work in a fast-paced environment Willingness to work overtime as required Preferred (Not Required) Aerospace machining experience Experience supporting major aerospace OEMs such as Pratt & Whitney, GE, or Rolls-Royce Familiarity with right-angle heads and large-part machining --- Why Machinists Like Working Here Machinists choose Barnes Aerospace because: $45/hr + $150/day per diem (7 days/week) Strong total weekly compensation for contract machinists Opportunity to work on large, complex aerospace components Advanced multi-axis machining equipment Stable aerospace production environment with overtime available Team-focused culture centered on quality and precision --- Pay, Contract & Schedule Pay Rate: $45.00/hour Per Diem: $150/day (7 days per week) Pay Notes: Per diem paid daily Strong total compensation package for traveling machinists and contractors Schedule: 1st or 2nd shift availability Overtime available as needed --- Apply Experienced CNC machinists can apply directly through hireCNC . Apply now or save this job to come back later.